The J-2X rocket engine for the next-generation U.S. spacecraft rocket aced tests, according to Pratt & Whitney Rocketdyne, a United Technologies [UTX] unit. That engine will power the Ares launch vehicles that will lift the Orion crew exploration vehicle into orbit to reach the International Space Station, and later to the moon. As well, NASA and Pratt also recently signed off on the J-2X preliminary designs. John Vilja, PWR's program manager for the J-2X, said the engine design is "a…
Pratt Reports Successful Tests On Engine For Future U.S. Ares Rocket
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